Burundi talent Nestory Irankunda joins Watford

Australian forward of Burundi descent, Nestory Irankunda, has completed his move to English Championship side Watford.

The club announced the acquisition of the attacker in an official statement on Friday, July 18.

“Watford FC is delighted to confirm the arrival of exciting forward Nestory Irankunda on a long-term permanent deal from Bayern Munich.

“The 19-year-old winger has signed a five-year contract at The Vic after the Golden Boys agreed an undisclosed fee with the Bundesliga champions,” Watford announced.

Speaking on the arrival of the new signing, Watford Sporting Director Gian Luca Nani described the forward as a special player.

He said the club is determined to help the teenager reach his full potential.

“Nestory can be a very special player and we believe he can realise his potential here, with us. He is exactly the sort of profile Paulo wanted in a winger.

“Nestory was extremely sought-after and thanks to our established scouting network and connections, we were able to be ahead of others in the race to sign players of this potential,” Gian Luca said as quoted on the Watford website.